Reminder: you may need to order from Interlibrary Loan (ILL) if necessary articles/books are not available in PDF form in the databases/in the library
Go to FSU Library and speak to a librarian for assistance concerning research methods on your topic
Print hard copy of Library Visit Form, have librarian sign (form on wiki)
Turn in signed hard copy of Library Visit Form in class prior to checkpoint deadline
Annotations should be of a substantial length and include three elements:
Credibility of source
Discussion of source's content
Usefulness of source (Does it help read the text? If so, how? If not, why?)
Summary of chosen text(s): minimum of 200 words
What are the main plot points?
Who are the main characters?
Critical analysis/close reading (click for example of close reading) of at least 3 quotations from chosen text(s): minimum of 200 words each, properly cited
To consider in analysis/close readings:
What can you learn from the quotation beyond plot and character points?
What “bigger” observations can you make that apply to the quotation and to the text as a whole?
What implications can be made from the quotation?
What questions arise from the quotation?
Research groups will be created of 3-5 members to read each other's work and encourage consistent progress (Dr. T will form the research groups based upon readings chosen)
Each member of the group should join the class Facebook group (click here). This is a space to communicate with your group, ask questions, etc. This is a very good space to communicate your group work for that portion of your grade.
Choose a name for your group (i.e. Beowolves, the Wives of Bath, etc.) and inform Dr. T of your choice
Develop and submit a shared research calendar (suggested: plan to meet at least once every two weeks)
All research group meetings (and any other relevant dates) should be posted to the events on the class Facebook group.
Review classmates' pages/Bonus: post Discussion Posts with constructive comments and suggestions
Requirement
Points
Library Visit Form (signed hard copy)
5
Annotated Bibliography entry #1
10
Annotated Bibliography entry #2
10
Annotated Bibliography entry #3
10
Summary of chosen text
15
Quotation close reading #1
15
Quotation close reading #2
15
Quotation close reading #3
15
Checked in with/named research group, turned in research calendar, joined class Facebook group
5
Bonus
Points
Discussion Posts on other pages with constructive comments and suggestions
Up to 5
Suggestions between Checkpoints
Check if Dr. T is available to visit your research group meeting
Due: October 7
Checkpoint outcomes: Students will be able to…
- demonstrate the characteristics of an effective Annotated Bibliography and correct MLA-style formatting;
- articulate the process of exploratory research;
- read a text carefully in order to be able to summarize pertinent details;and
- select key quotations in a text and express the significance and context of those quotations.
Requirements:Suggestions between Checkpoints